Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

Interested in building a new home? Ivory Homes, Utah’s number one home-builder, is now building new homes in Utah in several great cities, and if you’re thinking about taking advantage of this great time to build a home, here are 10 Tips for Building:
1. Get educated...

Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

Studies by the US Department of Energy show that 40% of a home’s energy is lost as the result of air infiltration through walls, windows and doorways.
A lot of the value of a home comes with how it was constructed. Small details can make a big difference, including on...

Dec/11/2017 by IVORY HOMES

When it comes time to find the perfect house,
We often find ourselves looking into an existing home or a new one. That’s the question, do we go new? Or used? Will we save money on a used home or will we be taking a risk with the notion that there may be an unwanted, costly repair in the end....

Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

Raise your hand if the entire home buying process overwhelms you.
We understand.If you’re starting to look at new homes in Utah, we want you to feel prepared. And what better place is there to begin than with Utah’s Number One Homebuilder, Ivory Homes? Buying a home, whether...

Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

There are so many things to consider when buying a home, location, style, financing etc. One question that is bound to arise during the home buying process is whether to buy now or wait. This is no easy question. Should we save more money for a down payment? What is going to happen with interest...

Dec/11/2017 by IVORY HOMES

Ivory Homes strives to give the best building experience for buyers when it comes time to building their new home. Follow along with Doug as we go through the buying process together!
Doug Wright’s journey starts in the Ivory Homes Design Center, where he and his wife D, choose all of their...

Dec/07/2016 by BROOKECROFTS

Let me guess—you’re looking at homes in Salt Lake City, but there are too many different neighborhoods, builders and styles to know where to start. Am I right? We suggest taking one slice of the pie at a time. Begin by checking out the east side of the valley, where Ivory Homes...

Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

Salt Lake City is a great place to live for so many reasons! Not only does it offer an incredible atmosphere for all types of outdoor enthusiasts year-round, but it also serves as a safe and wonderful place to raise a family. Salt Lake was recently ranked by Realtor.com as number 6 in the...

Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

According to the Department of Energy, nationwide, lighting accounts for about 10% of the electricity we use in our homes and accounts for 20% of your total electric bill. By replacing incandescent bulbs with more energy efficient models of compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) or light-emitting...

Dec/07/2016 by Ivory Homes

There are certain landmarks that pop up in nearly every person’s life, such as going to prom, getting married, having a baby. And these can be as terrifying as they are happy. But one thing that doesn’t have to be on the terrifying list is building a home, and Utah’s Number One...

Dec/17/2017 by IVORY HOMES

Older homes are more expensive than you think! While there are many benefits to buying a new home versus an existing home, here are 7 reasons that really stick out to us.
Space.
New home typically offer higher ceilings, 2 times the bathroom space and up to 3 times the closet and storage...

Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

Open Memorial Day 12-7pm!
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Ivory Homes’ 10th Annual Showcase of Homes features all of our beautiful new homes and locations. With new amazing floor plans and exclusive free services, like 3 Year Lease guarantee, Ivory Financial Fitnessand Ivory’s Preferred...

Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

Ivory Homes is proud to announce and celebrate that 2014 marks our 26th consecutive year as Utah’s Number One Homebuilder. This is a significant milestone and achievement for Ivory.
Dave Wolfgramm, Ivory’s new CEO (beginning this June) said that it’s unusual for...

Dec/11/2017 by IVORY HOMES

A recent survey of from the National Association of Home Builders shows how important energy efficient homes are to buyers.
In the survey, 94% of home buyers want energy-star rated appliances, 91% want an energy-star rating for the whole home, 89% want energy-star...

Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

We’re starting a new feature on the blog to highlight upgrades from actual Ivory Homes home builders. This week’s topic is garage doors. While this might not be an upgrade that homeowners have at the top of their lists, new garage doors can add considerably to your home’s...

Dec/11/2017 by IVORY HOMES

We live in a world that revolves around personalizing our property.
When we buy a new cellphone, the first thing we do as a consumer is buy a custom case, something that adds a little “me” to it. Sometimes cases are bright colors, other times they may have a pattern or a theme....

Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

Tour Ivory Homes Design Center
Take a virtual tour of Ivory Homes Design Center[/caption]In the Ivory Homes design center, our specialists work one on one with buyers as they pick the features and and elements that will soon make up their new home. Sometimes this first visit can seem overwhelming...

Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

All you need is love… and a great home.
So what do you love about your home? Take a minute to think about it. Is it the open, spacious rooms? Is it the stylish design, or the ideal layout for your family? Is it the luxurious master suite, or the gourmet kitchen? Is it the...

Dec/07/2016 by IVORY HOMES

Why I Purchased A Move-In Ready Home
My name is Wendy and I work as one of the Interior Designers that help buyers building Ivory Homes through the design center process. I help these buyers choose the finishes that will be in their new homes and I love watching as color palettes come together....